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Cape Town Hostels information

Number of reviews
439
Accommodation
38 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$57
Highest Price
NZ$176

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Cape Town?
By going with a hostel, you can reduce your spending on accommodations and use more of your money for going out during your stay. You can check out cultural highlights like the museums in this destination, or enjoy the local tours and other activities.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in many forms, but all of them have three main qualities in common, including low prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in Cape Town?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones get the highest reviews from our travellers and might be a good place to look first: 91 Loop - Hostel - Located steps from Long Street. Guests can enjoy a restaurant, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Never at home Kloof Street - Located within a 10-minute walk of Long Street. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Never at home Green Point - Located within a 10-minute walk of Cape Town Stadium. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool, as well as a restaurant. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Green Elephant Backpackers - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Observatory Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. You'll find free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Urban Hive Backpackers - Located within a 5-minute walk of Long Street. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with bed sheets and free Wi-Fi.
How many hostels will I find in Cape Town?
If you're looking for somewhere affordable to stay in Cape Town, one of Expedia's 29 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Cape Town?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Cape Town is 563 mm.
What is there to see and do in Cape Town?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate some places near Cape Town. Get out into nature with places such as Company's Garden, Signal Hill and Green Point Park. Cultural attractions include Cape Town City Hall, District Six Museum and Artscape Theatre Centre. Visit landmarks such as Castle of Good Hope, District 6 and Spier Wine Estate.
What's the best way to get to and around Cape Town while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Cape Town on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.), 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transport at Esplanade Station, Woodstock Station and Salt River Station. Train stations including Cape Town Station and Cape Town Bellville Station make it easy to explore more of the area.

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